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Proverbs 12:22
False lips are hated by the Lord, but those whose acts are true are his delight.
Proverbs 12:22 · Bible in Basic English
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Proverbs 12:22 in other translations
Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly are his delight.
Lying lips are detestable to the LORD, but those who deal faithfully are His delight.
Lying lips are an abomination to the LORD, but those who do the truth are his delight.
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In context
19 True lips are certain for ever, but a false tongue is only for a minute.
20 Deceit is in the heart of those whose designs are evil, but for those purposing peace there is joy.
21 No trouble will come to upright men, but sinners will be full of evil.
22 False lips are hated by the Lord, but those whose acts are true are his delight.
23 A sharp man keeps back his knowledge; but the heart of foolish men makes clear their foolish thoughts.
24 The hand of the ready worker will have authority, but he who is slow in his work will be put to forced work.
25 Care in the heart of a man makes it weighted down, but a good word makes it glad.
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